MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE
About MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE
MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE belongs to the group of medicines known as 'anti-allergic or anti-asthmatic' primarily used to treat symptoms of Asthma. MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE is also used in asthmatic people for treating their breathing difficulties during exercise and seasonal allergies like itchiness, sneezing, and blocked nose. Asthma is a local inflammatory disease of lungs & airways associated with exaggerated airway-narrowing and may produce extra mucus due to specific triggers like viruses, allergens & exercise.
MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE is a combination of two medicines namely Montelukast and Theophylline. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling of airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. Leukotrienes are also released in your body when you have an allergic reaction to something like dust or pollen. MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE helps to reduce the level of leukotrienes and stops you from getting symptoms. On the other side, Theophylline works by opening up the airways present in the lungs. In this way, it relaxes the muscles and decreases the response of substance that constricts the airways.
Take MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhea, headache, abdominal cramp, flu-like symptoms, nausea, dizziness, vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Before starting MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE, inform your doctor if you have severe liver problems. Simultaneous use of MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided as they may reduce your mental alertness. Even if you are asymptomatic and feel good, do not stop taking MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE as it stopping suddenly may lead to an acute attack of Asthma. If you have any mental disorder, inform your doctor before starting MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE as MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behavior, irritability, restlessness). Sometimes you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms.
Uses of MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE
Medicinal Benefits
MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE is used to treat and prevent the symptoms of asthma. This medicine is advised when asthma is mild and can be stopped from getting worse. MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE is also suggested to persons who have asthma, treat their breathing difficulties during exercising, and seasonal allergies like itchiness blocked nose and sneezing. Montelukast stops the airways from further narrowing, which makes a person breathe easily. On the other side, Theophylline relaxes the airways' smooth muscles so that they become open up and a person can breathe more easily. Thus, MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE is effective in improving lung function and asthma symptoms.
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Side Effects of MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Abdominal cramp
- Flu-like symptoms
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Asthma: It is a local inflammatory disease of the lungs & airways associated with exaggerated airway narrowing to certain triggers like viruses, allergens & exercise. Asthma leads to frequent wheezing, breathlessness, tightness of the chest and coughing episodes that differ over time in severity. Asthmatic attacks and narrowing of airway passages are brought about by the production and secretion of certain chemicals inside the lungs called leukotrienes. Asthma can be life-threatening if the attack is not treated on time.
FAQs
MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE is a combination of two medicines, namely Montelukast and Theophylline. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling of airways in the lungs. This makes breathing easier and prevents asthma attacks. Leukotrienes are also released in your body when you have an allergic reaction to something like dust or pollen. MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE helps to reduce the level of leukotrienes and stops you from getting symptoms. On the other side, Theophylline works by opening up the airways present in the lungs. In this way, it relaxes the muscles and decreases the response of substance that constricts the airways.
Although it is not very uncommon, MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE can cause mood changes (symptoms include anxiety, aggressive behavior, irritability, restlessness). Sometimes you might feel depressed. Inform your doctor if you feel any of these symptoms.
MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, please do not discontinue it or exceed the duration without consulting your physician.
Usually, MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE does not cause drowsiness, but in a few cases, drowsiness and sleepiness have been reported; hence, it is best to take it in the evening or at bedtime.
Therapy with leukotriene receptor antagonists like Montelukast may worsen the symptoms of psychotic events in patients with a history of mental illness. Careful administration and monitoring are essential before taking MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders. Please consult your doctor before taking MONTELUKAST+THEOPHYLLINE if you have been diagnosed or have a history of mental illness like depression, seizures (fits), etc.
